Arts and Cultural Programs Officer

Taree, New South Wales Overview MidCoast Council is seeking an enthusiastic Arts and Cultural Programs Officer to join our team from January 2026, working across the Manning Entertainment Centre and Manning Regional Art Gallery. This part‑time role, Tuesday to Friday, offers the opportunity to create and facilitate engaging programmes and events that inspire, connect and uplift our community. The role will also include additional evening and weekend hours to support programme delivery. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver arts and cultural programmes and events that attract diverse audiences and encourage participation. Foster meaningful connections between the community and local creative industries, artists and cultural organisations. Collaborate with schools, aged‑care facilities and disability services to ensure inclusive and accessible programming. Contribute to funding and grant applications, and manage sponsorships and subsidies to support local participation in the arts. Target communication and promotional strategies to grow engagement across our cultural venues. Qualifications Experience in arts and cultural programme development, event management or community engagement. Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail. Skill in building and maintaining strong relationships with artists, local creative industries and community groups. Passion for creating inclusive, accessible and engaging cultural experiences for all members of the community. Benefits We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. Remuneration Commencing salary $59,801 p.a (pro‑rated based on part‑time hours) + superannuation. Salary is negotiable based on skills and experience. Location This position will be based at our Manning Regional Art Gallery and Manning Entertainment Centre. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region. Tenure Permanent, part‑time 28 hours per week Tuesday to Friday Additional hours evenings and weekends to support events Commencement in January 2026 Closing date Sunday 30 November 2025 at 11:30pm. Contact Michaela Kendall, Cultural Activation and Programming Coordinator (hiring manager) – or Josie Reardon, Human Resources Officer – or How To Apply When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real‑life examples. Please avoid using AI to generate responses. You can save your application before submitting, but ensure you submit before the closing date. Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. Use PDF formatting where possible. Attaching a Cover Letter is not required, but you may do so in the optional field. We will be in touch via email. Our organisation At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference. Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do. We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community. Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state‑of‑the‑art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means "sitting/meeting place" in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region. About The MidCoast Region From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches and world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. Our commitment At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative. Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex‑service personnel. We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr